When Doom Piles Turn Into Doom Rooms
Every place I seem to land, there's a pile. Bits and bobs, odds and ends, things meant to be put away, but never quite making it. For years, I just thought I wasn't good at being "organized," and left it at that, a little island of chaos in my space. It was just… stuff. Then, I stumbled upon a way to actually talk about these piles, a name for this very particular kind of disarray. And suddenly, it wasn't just me.
Dopamine Dating and the Thrill of Unmasking
In my 20s, I thrived on the thrill of the chase, but the rush always faded, leaving me feeling unseen. Now, in my 30s, I'm learning to embrace authenticity and seek meaningful connections, navigating the highs and lows of dating with newfound grace and clarity.
Tasting Trumpets: Seeing Sounds
The other night, after a comedy show, I found myself locked in conversation, explaining something I’d always just assumed was universal—numbers and letters have personalities. One is masculine, two is feminine, five is basically Angelica from Rugrats. It wasn’t until much later, after a whirlwind of life experiences and an ADHD diagnosis, that I realized my brain wasn’t quite following the standard blueprint. Learning the name for my experience—synesthesia—didn't just validate it, it made me make more sense.
From Noise to Nuance
Discover how Flare Audio is revolutionizing sound for neurodivergent individuals with Naomi Roberts, co-founder of Flare Audio. In this conversation, Naomi shares how Flare innovates audio products to support sensory-sensitive people, including their groundbreaking Karma ear protectors. Learn how sound engineering, neurodiversity, and cutting-edge technology come together to reshape auditory experiences.
Why Your Sensory Sensitivity Belongs On Your Resume
For years, I struggled in noisy, overstimulating offices, convinced my sensitivity was a weakness. Background chatter turned my brain to static, and harsh lights drained my energy before noon. But once I stopped fighting it and started finding work environments that actually fit my needs, everything changed. Now, I see my heightened perception for what it is—a professional superpower, not a liability.
